Advent is a season of waiting, of preparation, of seeking (like wise men and women.)

For new Roses in the Rubble readers, Virginia’s post-a-day Advent gig usually entails a brief inspirational quote, picture, carol or (occasionally) more prolific thoughts. I realize many readers (& friends on Facebook) follow different faith traditions (or none at all), but perhaps this is an opportunity to see what the Advent and Christmas fuss is all about and be inspired along the way by universal themes of peace, joy & love that come with this season (and, in my opinion, we could use lots more the whole year round!)

Oh, and goodwill to all. Yup, ALL! Our diverse humanity around the globe of every shape, creed, and hue – all beloved of God.

That’s what we believe, anyway (even if lots of faith-spouting folks don’t act like it.)

I started putting candy canes on Christmas trees years ago while living in the Middle East. No candy canes could be found there, but a friend brought several boxes my 1st year that perked up a pathetic Charlie Brown tree. Those carefully wrapped candy canes survived 5 years as decorations! ✨🎄✨🌟✨🎄✨

Thanks for your catchy enthusiasm! This favorite time of the year can get so busy – doing this Advent gig helps keep the Reason for the season ever present in my daily scurryings. Blessings!! ✨💜✨🎄✨🌟✨🎄✨💜✨

That sounds like an educationally rich endeavor. Maybe finding & making a little good will counteract the bad, bad, bad around us. And, Tim, that interdimensional skillet chocolate chip cookie would definitely qualify as ‘good!’ ✨😜✨🌟✨🍪✨🌟✨😜✨